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The straw mulch for organic gardening
As used by the RHS
‘Strulch’ is a scientific success story. At
Leeds University, Dr Geoff Whiteley found he could replicate a natural process which preserves straw. He and his wife Jackie brought the new environmentally friendly, biodegradable mulch to market .
Fast becoming the preferred mulch of professional and amateur gardeners.
Strulch is made from wheat straw and the mineralisation process preserves the straw and turns it dark brown. It has a neutral pH so can be used anywhere in the garden and it lasts for up to two years. Over time, the mulch improves soil structure and adds nutrients.
The physical properties of the mulch and the added minerals deter slugs and snails. Strulch is available in 9kg bags from our stockists. For best value buy direct in bulk on pallets of 12, 25 or 48 x 13.5 kg bags.
Professional gardeners see the benefits too:
“I have used it on
the veg beds as a heavy mulch and experimenting in
some areas as a no
dig concept; laid it on cardboard on the beds and will sow wildflower seed into it. I have used it on two of the herbaceous borders to keep the weeds down and keep the ground warmer to help protect the crowns.
Head Gardener,
Floors Castle Gardens
“I am extremely pleased with the product’s ability to suppress
weed growth and have noted an observable improvement in overall plant health and soil structure over a wide range of plants with successive applications.
David Redmore,
Director, Garden and Landscape Design.
Available in bulk and in small amounts from our stockists visit: www.strulch.co.uk or call 01943 863610
With slug
and snail deterrent